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Time of India
39 minutes ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Sainik Welfare Department to honour families of Kargil War heroes in Satara
Pune: Maharashtra Sainik Welfare Department will honour the family members and war widows of military personnel who lost their lives during the Kargil War in 1999 on 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas in Satara on Saturday. The department will also honour armed forces veterans at the ceremony. Additionally, some families of the military personnel will receive land parcels on this occasion. Shamburaj Desai, the minister of ex-servicemen welfare, will be the chief guest at the function. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune
Hindustan Times
2 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Kargil Vijay Diwas: Northern army commander honours families of 1999 war martyrs
Drass , The nation on Friday paid homage to the 545 bravehearts who laid down their lives while pushing back Pakistani intruders during Kargil War in 1999 as army felicitated the next of kin of the martyrs at the War Memorial here. Kargil Vijay Diwas: Northern army commander honours families of 1999 war martyrs Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma felicitated relatives of several officers and soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the war with Pakistan 26 years ago. The two-day commemoration events kicked off early in the morning with hoisting of 70-feet tall national tricolour at Lamochen view point, overlooking the Drass valley and the key peaks recovered from the Pakistani intruders in 1999. Next of kin of several martyrs were felicitated at Lamochen by General Officer Commanding of 14 Corps Lieutenant General Hitesh Bhalla. Another function was held at Sando Rear ground where army out on a spectacular display of drones and other technologies inducted into the armed forces for carrying out operations in tough terrain in a better manner Union Minister for Youth Services and Sports Mansukh Mandavia was the chief guest at the event and felicitated the next of kin of the martyrs there. The Army has planned a series of events on Saturday also on the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas to commemorate the bravery and valour of officers and soldiers who took part in the two-month long battle with the Pakistanis. The Army will on Saturday launch three key projects, including a portal where citizens can pay 'e-shradhanjali' to martyrs, as part of the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas to make people aware of soldiers' bravery and sacrifices. The other two projects are a QR code-based audio application on which people can listen to the stories of the battles fought during the 1999 Kargil war and the Indus Viewpoint, which will offer people a chance to go up to the Line of Control in the Batalik sector. From a small compound which hosted the first anniversary for the martyrs in 2000, the Kargil War Memorial has come up as one the best maintained memorials. The busts of eight national heroes Major Rajesh Adhikari, Major P Acharya, Major Vivek Gupta, Captain Vikram Batra, Captain Anuj Nayyar, Captain Keishing Clifford Nongrum, Captain Neikezhoue Kenguruse and Lieutenant Manoj Pandey line up the sides of 'Vijaypath' which leads to the memorial where the national tricolour flies high. Captain Batra and Lieutenant Pandey were awarded Param Vir Chakra while the other six martyrs were posthumously awarded Mahavir Chakra. The other "heroes" of the 1999 war with Pakistan the Bofors guns and QF 25-Pounder guns are also prominently displayed at the memorial, in recognition of the stellar role these played in targetting the enemy positions. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
The Print
2 hours ago
- Politics
- The Print
Kargil Vijay Diwas: Northern army commander honours families of 1999 war martyrs
The two-day commemoration events kicked off early in the morning with hoisting of 70-feet tall national tricolour at Lamochen view point, overlooking the Drass valley and the key peaks recovered from the Pakistani intruders in 1999. Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma felicitated relatives of several officers and soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice in the war with Pakistan 26 years ago. Drass (Kargil), Jul 25 (PTI) The nation on Friday paid homage to the 545 bravehearts who laid down their lives while pushing back Pakistani intruders during Kargil War in 1999 as army felicitated the next of kin of the martyrs at the War Memorial here. Next of kin of several martyrs were felicitated at Lamochen by General Officer Commanding of 14 Corps Lieutenant General Hitesh Bhalla. Another function was held at Sando Rear ground where army out on a spectacular display of drones and other technologies inducted into the armed forces for carrying out operations in tough terrain in a better manner Union Minister for Youth Services and Sports Mansukh Mandavia was the chief guest at the event and felicitated the next of kin of the martyrs there. The Army has planned a series of events on Saturday also on the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas to commemorate the bravery and valour of officers and soldiers who took part in the two-month long battle with the Pakistanis. The Army will on Saturday launch three key projects, including a portal where citizens can pay 'e-shradhanjali' to martyrs, as part of the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas to make people aware of soldiers' bravery and sacrifices. The other two projects are a QR code-based audio application on which people can listen to the stories of the battles fought during the 1999 Kargil war and the Indus Viewpoint, which will offer people a chance to go up to the Line of Control (LoC) in the Batalik sector. From a small compound which hosted the first anniversary for the martyrs in 2000, the Kargil War Memorial has come up as one the best maintained memorials. The busts of eight national heroes — Major Rajesh Adhikari, Major P Acharya, Major Vivek Gupta, Captain Vikram Batra, Captain Anuj Nayyar, Captain Keishing Clifford Nongrum, Captain Neikezhoue Kenguruse and Lieutenant Manoj Pandey — line up the sides of 'Vijaypath' which leads to the memorial where the national tricolour flies high. Captain Batra and Lieutenant Pandey were awarded Param Vir Chakra while the other six martyrs were posthumously awarded Mahavir Chakra. The other 'heroes' of the 1999 war with Pakistan — the Bofors guns and QF 25-Pounder guns — are also prominently displayed at the memorial, in recognition of the stellar role these played in targetting the enemy positions. PTI MIJ NB NB This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
India.com
2 hours ago
- India.com
At Pakistan Border, India Showcases Its Drone Might, Capabilities To Operate At High-Altitude
India's drone and robotic capabilities were showcased at Drass during the Vijay Diwas celebrations. The drones demonstrated advanced surveillance capabilities, crucial for monitoring border areas like the Line of Control (LoC). These systems enhance situational awareness in challenging terrains, such as the high-altitude regions of Kargil, which are around 4,000 meters above sea level. Logistic drones, indigenously developed, were showcased for their ability to operate at high altitudes. These drones can deliver supplies, such as ammunition, to remote and rugged locations, reducing the physical burden on soldiers and improving operational efficiency. The display included drones capable of targeting enemy positions by firing explosives, as seen in their role in Operation Sindoor, where they successfully destroyed terror camps across the border. This reflects India's growing precision strike capabilities. The UAVs, including logistic drones, are engineered for operations in extreme conditions, such as the sub-zero temperatures and high altitudes of Kargil. Robotic dogs were designed for patrolling and load-carrying tasks. These systems can navigate rough terrains along the LoC, carrying supplies like ammunition, and assist in border security by reducing risks to human soldiers. These robotic systems are equipped for tasks like patrolling, reconnaissance, and logistics, enhancing the Army's operational flexibility in tough environments. The event underscored India's progress in indigenous defense technology, 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'. The Indian Army's drone shows during the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations in Drass highlighted significant advancements in India's military technology, particularly in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and robotic systems. The event was part of a two-day commemoration honoring the martyrs of the 1999 Kargil War, observed annually on July 26 to mark India's victory over Pakistani intruders.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Kargil Vijay Diwas: Army showcases technological advancements with drone show
The army on Friday staged a drone show here as part of the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas commemorations, highlighting the technological advancements made in border security since the 1999 war with Pakistan. Kargil Vijay Diwas is observed on July 26 every year to pay homage to the martyrs who laid down their lives while battling Pakistani intruders in the Kargil area 26 years ago. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Technology Data Analytics Data Science CXO Product Management Finance Management Project Management others MBA Digital Marketing Public Policy Cybersecurity Leadership Healthcare Artificial Intelligence PGDM MCA Design Thinking healthcare Data Science Degree Operations Management Others Skills you'll gain: Duration: 12 Weeks MIT xPRO CERT-MIT XPRO Building AI Prod India Starts on undefined Get Details The drones flew over the arena and showcased their capabilities of undertaking various tasks, including surveillance, deliveries and targeting enemy positions by firing explosives. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 most beautiful women in the world Undo The Unmanned Aerial Vehicles included Logistic Drones that can be operated at a high altitude of around 4,000 metres, a technology which has been developed indigenously. — PTI_News (@PTI_News) Live Events The drone show also included robotic dogs , which can be used for carrying loads like ammunition in rough terrains as well as for patrolling purposes along the Line of Control . The drones and other technologies inducted into the army since the Kargil war will help increase the effectiveness of surveillance and delivery of logistics to remote areas while keeping an eye on inimical elements effectively, a senior official said. He said these technologies will reduce the fatigue and dangers faced by soldiers in difficult terrain and tough weather conditions in the Ladakh region.
